This second book of the Gargoyles Saga is divided in three sections:
- La Vertu-Virtue;
- La Guerre-War;
- La République-The Republic.

As it was for the first book, the sections' titles are quite explicit and useful for the reader 'cause the clarify very well where the story is going.

This story is a mix of real History and fantasy, and it's really well written and entertaining.

We start very strong in this part of the saga, because the reader's immediately shot in the chest with a plot twist: one important character is dead, and this will be the starting point of a lot of consequences. This death happened with a very suspicious timing, but the reader can only know very little about it, since we don't "see" the death's scene; that took place before the book's first chapter.

Henri and Catia take different path and so the reader see the story through two points of view: Henri's trying to investigate about the suspicious death, and Catia's working as Robespierre's assistant. A lot of things happened historically in that period, and the writer did a great job reporting them, intertwining them with tha fantasy aspects of the book.

As always, I absolutely loved the Gargoyles (both the evil and the good ones). Nyron's scenes with the kitties were adorable; The Six gave me shivers down my spine; Gardon was so cute and hilarious while interacting with Nyron.

Robespierre's character is really complex. I loved the representation of his duality: "The incorruptible" wasn't totally loyal to his nickname, after all. He has a very strong aura and gives off vibes of power and control.

Also, we can see battlefields and war scenes in this book. In the first one there was the civil rebellion of the French Revolution, but in this one we can read about French's war against Austria and Prussia.

The book's final scenes were full of actions and paved the way for the grand finale of the third book. Can't wait to read it!

When I requested this book in a Net Galley giveaway, I missed noting that it was the second book in the series. My mistake. Therefore it would not be fair of to attempt an honest review, mainly because I had great difficulty getting into the flow of the narrative.
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Courtesy of The Book Whisperer and Netgalley,I received the ARC of The Gargoyles of Notre Dame, Book Two, the sequel in this historical fantasy series about the French Revolution. Starting two years after the fall of The Bastille, this story covers the Revolution through to the escape of King Louis XVI, his capture and subsequent death, while the French deal with a war and how to create a government of the citizens. Following the familiar characters and gargoyle companions from the first book added to the intrigue and reading experience!

A good, historically woven fantasy. I liked the way Henri's connection with other Gargoyles grow, and how Catia realises her demise. I found myself rooting for her rescue. Left with a cliff hanger, I can't wait to read more.

Set against the backdrop of revolutionary Paris, Die Gargoyles von Notre Dame 2 picks up the threads of intrigue, idealism, and magic from book one and dives even deeper into the political chaos of 1791. Henri and his gargoyle companion Neiron are drawn into a dangerous conspiracy after the murder of Mirabeau, while Catia finds herself caught between her ideals and the brutal reality of being turned into a symbol of the revolution.

I really enjoyed how Greg Walters develops the emotional layers of the characters here. Henri grows more complex and determined, Catia is torn and incredibly human in her choices, and Neiron shines in new ways—less rhyme-obsessed and more nuanced, with moments of unexpected humor. The world feels darker, more desperate, but also more real.

The historical detail is excellent, and I appreciated how the magical elements—especially the role of the gargoyles—felt both mysterious and purposeful without overpowering the gritty realism of the time.

The plot twists hit hard, especially toward the end, and the emotional tension between Henri and Catia felt extremely real. I closed the book feeling both devastated and excited for what’s to come in the final volume.

Highly recommend this to anyone who loves a blend of history, fantasy, and richly developed characters.

This is the sequel to the Gargoyles of Notre Dame!

The story begins two years after the storming of the Bastille, and continues to follow Catia and Henri as they navigate the changing landscape of France.

I found the second volume to be lacking some of the magic of the first, but it was still a quick, entertaining read. It seems that by the way the book ended, this wi end up turning into a trilogy.

I enjoy reading about the historical context of these books and appreciate how the author is able to weave history into his story.

If you enjoyed the first book I definitely encourage you to pick up this one and continue the series.

Thanks to the author, publisher, and NetGalley for the ARC!

I enjoyed the continuation of the Gargoyles of Notre Dame. After the events of the first book, Catia's and Henri's lives have gone different ways. With the murder of his mentor, Henri is determined to find the killer and the reason behind the events. Catia has become a figure of the revolution. Both of these characters try to remain true to themselves and the revolution. With the disappearance of The Six, new events and terrors face France.

I am waiting for the next book to see how it ends.

The Gargoyles of Notre Dame
by Greg Walters.
Book 2 of The Gargoyles of Notre Dame.
This was a really good read. It took a little while to get into it. But once I did I really enjoyed it. I also had to get used to the writing style. I loved the cover of this book. That's why I requested it. I did like Henri and Catia. I haven't read book one. But I will look into it. I do hope there is more to come.

Blurb.
Revolution burns. Love falters. And the fate of a nation hangs in the balance.

France, 1791. Two years after the fall of the Bastille, the streets of Paris are thick with hope and unrest. The dream of liberty has been awakened, but the monarchy still stands, and peace feels like a fading illusion.

Henri, a gifted stonemason caught between two worlds, is reeling from the murder of his mentor, Mirabeau. Haunted by loss and driven by love, he longs only to build a quiet future with Catia, the fierce revolutionary who stole his heart. But Catia is no longer free. Revered by the people as a symbol of resistance, she is trapped by the very ideals she helped ignite.

As factions clash and loyalties are tested, Henri and Catia make a fateful choice that could upend not just their lives but the fragile future of France itself.

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The Gargoyles of Notre Dame 2 is a sequel to (no surprise!) The Gargoyles of Notre Dame. From the way this book ended, I assume there will be a third volume, making it a trilogy.
This second part of Greg Walter's alternate history of the French Revolution begins two years after the storming of the Bastille. Henri, the former stonemason, has become obsessed with identifying and punishing the killer of his mentor, Count Mirabeau. Catia, the former baroness, has become legendary for her part in the uprising. Known as Catia Liberte, she has traveled throughout France as a symbol of the Revolution and returns to work with Robespierre as an unofficial part of the National Assembly.
The young friends have parted without confessing their feelings for each other. While Catia remains in Paris, Henri and his gargoyle, Nyron, assume a very different role.
Like most sequels, this one lacks some of the freshness of the first book, but it is still highly readable. I enjoyed learning more about the French Revolution and I loved the bond between Henri and Nyron. The gargoyles are unique characters, both funny and heroic.
While I dislike cliffhanger endings, this was an entertaining read and I look forward to the next installment.
I would like to thank NetGalley and Greg Walters for granting me access to a free advance copy of this book in exchange for my honest opinion.

Thanks go to Book Whisperer for an ARC of this book.

Did you ever read a sequel and regret not reading the first book again as a refresher? Well, I didn't feel that at all with this sequel. I enjoyed the first book in the series and knew that I would grab the sequel as soon as it was available. This book picks up awhile after the first one ended, but the transition is seamless. Within the first few pages, I had a full recall as to what happened in the first book and was swept up in the new intrigue.

One of the things that I enjoy so much about these books is the historical detail woven into the story. And just as much so, I enjoy reading the true history that is included at the end of the book (even the glossary was a fun addition). Although the book is a magical, fantastical tale, the research needed to fold the story into the history of France is evident.

I am captivated by Henri and Catia. You can feel their connection to each other, but you also see the way they pursue the revolution on their different fronts. This book is full of battles of both wits and hands. It is as bloody as history. But there are characters that are gems, and I can't help but want to follow their stories.

I was just as excited at the end of the book as I was at the beginning. I was left wanting more .... and now I anxiously await the next book in the series!